{2025 New Release} Prospect Park : Photographs of a Brooklyn Oasis, 1980 to 2025 by: Jamel Shabazz, Laylah Amatullah Barrayn, Richard E. Green, Noelle Théard Spanning 45 years of Jamel Shabazz’s photography in Prospect Park, this gorgeous and meditative volume captures the heart and soul of Brooklyn through one of its most cherished spaces. Known for his iconic NYC street photography documenting the city’s African American community, Jamel Shabazz first gained widespread acclaim with his books Back in the Days and A Time Before Crack, renowned for their vivid portrayal of 1980s style and culture.

Brooklyn’s most beloved, and largest, public park is showcased in all its glory through Shabazz’s stunning photos of the area and its diverse denizens, taken since 1980. #newrelease #ProspectPark #JamelShabazz #BrooklynOasis #Brooklyn

Tucked behind Gowanus’ classic brownstones, hidden rows of lush backyards offer a secret escape from the city. Liz at CityWell transformed one of these gems into an urban oasis.
Her best day includes stops at Dirty Precious and live music by the water at Docky's. #BestDayAnywhere #BrooklynOasis